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Some bum gave it to me on the street. start learning
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Jakiś włóczęga dał mi to na ulicy.
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A girl was murdered and her remains were thrown in a landfill. start learning
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Dziewczyna została zamordowana, a jej szczątki zostały wyrzucone na wysypisko.
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Out of sight out of mind. / What your eyes can not see it does not hurt. start learning
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Czego oczy nie widzę tego sercu nie żal.
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small environmental footprint start learning
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mały wpływ na środowisko / nie odciska się negatywnie na środowisku
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1. Everybody's eyes will pop out 2. I've never seen a girl pop out of a cake before. start learning
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1. Wszystkim wyskoczą oczy. 2. Nigdy nie widziałem dziewczyny wyskakującej z tortu.
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rachunek za media (prad, gaz, woda)
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I borrowed your journal to use as a prop in the show. start learning
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Pożyczyłam twój dziennik do użycia jako rekwizyt w teatrzyku.
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Wszystkie pieniądze są twoje
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bounce ideas off somebody When you work in a team you can bounce your ideas off each other. start learning
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wymieniać się z kimś pomysłami Kiedy pracujesz w zespole możesz wymieniać się pomysłami z innymi ludźmi
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Suzie was headstrong, and sometimes thoughtless of other people's feelings. start learning
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Suzie była uparta i czasami nie zważała na oczucia innych ludzi
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Always telling other people what to do, in a way that is annoying start learning
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nieznoszący sprzeciwu, narzucający komuś swoje zdanie
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Too many cooks spoil the broth start learning
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Zbyt wielu kucharzy psuje rosół. Gdzie kucharek sześć tam nie ma co jeść
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It is a good idea to jot the points down on paper before you dial the number. start learning
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Dobym pomysłem będzie zanotowanie wszystkich punktów na kartce zanim wykręcisz numer.
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look up to somebody / admire somebody I’ve always looked up to Bill for his courage and determination. start learning
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Zawsze podziwiałem Billa za jego odwagę i determinację.
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However, to a great extent, this depends on funding and access to various resources. start learning
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Jednakże w dużym stopniu zależne jest to od finansowania i dostępu do różnych zasobów.
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Its success will depend to a large extent on local attitudes. start learning
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Jego sukces zależeć będzie w dużej mierze od postaw lokalnych.
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It will affect farmers in Spain and to a lesser extent in France. start learning
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Wpłynie to na rolników w Hiszpanii i w mniejszym stopniu we Francji.
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to an extent / to some extent I do agree with him to an extent. start learning
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w pewnym stopniu / do pewnego stopnia Zgadzam się z nim do pewnego stopnia.
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1. I tried to stifle my laughter. 2. He stifled an urge to hit him. start learning
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1. Próbowałem powstrzymać się od śmiechu 2. Powstrzymał ochotę żeby mu walnąć.
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put a lid on - to do something that finally stops something or ruins or ends someone’s plans or hopes Let’s put a lid on all these rumours. start learning
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położyć kres - robić coś, co ostatecznie zatrzymuje coś lub rujnuje lub kończy czyjeś plany lub nadzieje Zakończmy wszystkie te plotki.
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wider/broader perspective It is necessary to consider this matter in a wide perspective. start learning
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szersza / szersza perspektywa Konieczne jest rozważenie tej kwestii w szerokiej perspektywie.
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The activities would demand collaborative work, role allocation, and sharing. start learning
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Działania wymagałyby współpracy, przydzielania ról i dzielenia się.
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1. to behave in the way that most other people in your group or society behave → conformist 2. to obey a law, rule etc 3. That will give them enough time to conform to these new provisions 4. All our toys conform with safety standards. start learning
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Dostosować się do / Dopasować się 1. zachowywać się w taki sposób, w jaki zachowuje się większość ludzi w twojej grupie 2. Przestegać prawa, zasad 3. Da im to wystarczająco czasu na dostosowanie się do nowych unormowań 4. Wszystkie nasze zabawki spełniają normy bezpieczeństwa.
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1. The mother’s behavior has a profound impact on the developing child 2. There was a profound silence after his remark start learning
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1. Zachowanie matki ma głęboki wpływ na rozwijające się dziecko 2. Po jego uwadze zapadła głęboka cisza
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1. A drug that has a beneficial effect on the immune system 2. The occasional glass of wine is both enjoyable and beneficial. start learning
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1. Lek, który ma korzystny wpływ na układ odpornościowy 2. Okazjonalny kieliszek wina jest zarówno przyjemny, jak i korzystny.
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1. This belief is more prevalent among men than women 2. Flu is most prevalent during the winter months start learning
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1. To przekonanie jest bardziej rozpowszechnione wśród mężczyzn niż kobiet 2. Grypa jest najbardziej rozpowszechniona w miesiącach zimowych.
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so involved in an activity that you do not notice other things: 1. I was so caught up in my homework that I forgot about it start learning
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tak zaangażowany w czynność, że nie zauważasz innych rzeczy 1. Byłem tak pochłonięty pracą domową, że zapomniałem o tym
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There are several ways of approaching this problem start learning
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Istnieje kilka sposobów podejścia do tego problemu
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At the heart of the matter Now, if you will, let me get to the heart of the matter. start learning
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A teraz pozwólcie, że przejdę do sedna sprawy.
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The key to understanding the problem is to start learning
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Kluczem do zrozumienia problemu jest
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Jakub is a good fit for the position start learning
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Jakub dobrze pasuje na to stanowisko
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to cause problems for other members of a group by criticizing something or trying to change the way something is done He kept his feelings to himself, not wanting to rock the boat. start learning
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wprowadzać zamęt, robić inbe powodować problemy innym członkom grupy, krytykując coś lub próbując zmienić sposób działania Zachował swoją opinię dla siebie nie chcąc wprowadzać zamętu
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walk on eggshells [walk on eggs] (also walk on eggs American English) to be very careful about how you behave with someone because they are easily upset or made angry 1. Don't walk on eggshells around me 2. start learning
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1. Nie obchodź się ze mną jak z jajkiem.
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to start doing something quickly, to start working on something. 1. Get cracking, or we'll miss the train. 2. Let's get cracking—I don't want to spend all day cleaning out the garage. start learning
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Ok, zróbmy to! Do roboty! 1. Dalej, albo spóźnimy się na pociąg. 2. Do roboty, nie chcę spędzić cały dzień na czyszczeniu garażu.
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To do or say something that lacks evidence or support. If you go out on a limb, you do something or say something that is different from what most people do or say and is therefore risky 1. She really went out on a limb with that hypothesis—the facts don't support it at all 2. He does not want to go out on a limb and try something completely new. start learning
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1. Naprawdę ryzykowała z tą hipotezą, fakty w ogóle jej nie potwierdzają 2. Nie chce ryzykować próbując czegoś nowego.
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stick your neck out for someone 1. I’m really sticking my neck out by investing my money in this idea 2. Why should I stick my neck out to do something for her? What's she ever done for me? start learning
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nadstawiać karku / ryzykować 1. Naprawdę ryzykuję inwestując w ten pomysł 2. Dlaczego miałbym nadstawiać za nią karku skoro ona nic dla mnie nie zrobiła.
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1. She said she’d pass the message on to the other students. 2. One catches the virus and they pass it on to the rest. start learning
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zero in (on something/someone) 1. We’ve zeroed in on the real problem – we don’t save enough money. 2. Computers help the pilots to zero in on their targets. start learning
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skupić się na czymś / wycelować
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1. If we can get off by seven o'clock, the roads will be clearer 2. Give me a call when you get off the bus 3. How early can you get off this afternoon? start learning
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1. wyruszyć 2. wysiadać 3. wyjść z pracy
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wrap one's head/mind around smth To find a way to understand or accept (something) 1. I just couldn't wrap my mind around what had happened 2. I still can't wrap my head around this situation 3. It will take some time for me to wrap my head around these new procedures. start learning
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oswoić kogoś z czymś, zrozumieć coś
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attractive or interesting 1. The idea of not having to get up early every morning is rather appealing 2. He had a nice smile and an appealing personality 3. A little dog with appealing big brown eyes start learning
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pociągający, przyciagający
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paint a picture (of something) to describe or show something in a particular way 1. The statistics do not paint an optimistic picture. start learning
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wyjaśnić coś na przykładzie, zobrazować
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very near, next to, or touching: 1. They work in adjacent buildings. 2. They found a lovely hotel adjacent to the seafront. start learning
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1. After months of solitude at sea it felt strange to be in company. 2. It provides one with a chance to reflect on spiritual matters in solitude. start learning
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We can't DO small talk. We make small talk. start learning
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If a situation is touch-and-go, it is uncertain. 1. The doctor says that it's touch-and-go whether Mary will be okay. start learning
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To upset someone. 1. She touched a raw nerve when she mentioned that job he didn't get. start learning
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Wkurzyła go wspominając o pracy której nie dostał.
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It means "What are you doing right now?" or “What is going on in your life?” We can answer “Oh not much. What about you?” “I am working on my new project. What are you doing?” start learning
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Co robisz? albo Co słychać?
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To recognize that something is not as it appears to be or that something dishonest is happening. 1. When I got an e-mail asking for my password, I should have smelled a rat 2. He's been working late with her every night this week - I smell a rat! start learning
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To trust your own feelings rather than obeying rules or allowing yourself to be influenced by other people's opinions. 1. Take a chance and follow your nose - you may be right! start learning
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To leave a bad taste in your mouth To cause an unpleasant memory: - 1. The way the waitress treated us left a bad taste in my mouth and I never went back. start learning
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To give someone a taste of their own medicine To treat someone as badly as they have treated you. start learning
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Aby dać komuś smak własnego leku
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To criticize, annoy, or punish someone repeatedly and unfairly: 1. He gets picked on because he’s small. start learning
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To pretend something didn’t happen, to ignore something that you know is wrong. 1. Management often turns a blind eye to bullying in the workplace. start learning
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If two people see eye to eye, they agree with each other: 1. My sisters don't see eye to eye with me about the arrangements. start learning
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used to say that someone has the feeling that other people are talking about him or her - 1. We were talking about you last night." "That explains why I felt my ears burning." start learning
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To talk to someone for a long time, especially about a problem, or to ask for something start learning
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Someone who can do many different jobs. 1 An artist with the right technology can become a jack-of-all-trades. start learning
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If you have a sweet tooth, you like eating sweet foods, especially sweets and chocolate. start learning
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To do one's part; to fulfill one's responsibilities without having to rely on others. 1. I know I've been sick, but I'll carry my own weight on the project, don't worry. start learning
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If you strike a balance between two things, you accept parts of both things in order to satisfy some of the demands of both sides in an argument 1. It's a question of striking the right balance between quality and productivity. start learning
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To take a slight and not very serious interest in a subject, or try a particular activity for a short period: 1. He first dabbled in politics when he was at law school. 2. She dabbled with drugs at university. start learning
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1. I was at a crossroads when I had to choose whether I should go to college or work. 2. After earning my degree, I'm at a crossroads. I need to figure out which direction my life should take. start learning
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What time will we have to set off for Grandma's house tomorrow? start learning
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1. We are going to the bar, wanna head out with us? 2. Attention, everyone: we're heading out at 10 AM start learning
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1. I'd love to stay longer but I must be hitting the road 2. We better hit the road before traffic gets even worse start learning
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A short stay in a place that you make while you are on a longer journey to somewhere else 1. We had a four-hour layover in Chicago. start learning
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1. Many people have been stockpiling food as a precaution against shortages 2. They failed to take the necessary precautions to avoid infection 3. If you're going to have sex, make sure you take precautions start learning
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Podejmij środki ostrożności
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We wanted to find a camping site that was a little bit off the beaten path start learning
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From the other side - nie używaj - używaj on the other head albo at the same time My husband likes classical music – I, on the other hand, like all kinds. start learning
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No one likes conflict, but at the same time we have to deal with this problem. start learning
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jednocześnie / w tym samym czasie
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An illegal plan for making money, especially one that involves tricking people 1. She was involved in an insurance scam, collecting on false accident claims. start learning
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Something that is not worth what you pay for it 1. $300 for that shirt? - That's a complete rip-off. 2. Don’t eat in the museum restaurant – it’s a rip-off. start learning
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If you are underwhelmed by something, you are not impressed or excited by it. 1. His performance did not wow me at all, I was totally underwhelmed. 2. What was the most underwhelming country you travelled to? start learning
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She had a few cuts and bruises but nothing serious. start learning
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Having a very severe effect, or being extremely limiting 1. We need to introduce more stringent security measures such as identity cards. start learning
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We stock a wide range of domestic appliances, including fridges, freezers and dishwashers. start learning
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1. Only the Democratic Party is capable of running the country. 2. I think your plan is capable of being (= could be) improved 3. When she's drunk she's capable of saying (= likely to say) awful, rude things. start learning
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1. The whole family are committed vegetarians 2. We are committed to the ideal of equality. start learning
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zobowiązany, zaangażowany
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1. He's quite content living on his own. 2. I'd be content with a modest income. 3. I was just content to see my daughter in such a stable relationship start learning
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I don't really get along with my sister's husband. start learning
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To deal with a situation, usually successfully. 1. I wonder how Michael is getting along in his new job? start learning
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Mary gets on a bus number 9 to get to work. start learning
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wsiadać (np. do autobusu) Marysia wsiada do autobusu numer 9, aby dojechać do pracy.
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1. We could sell the carpark at the back of the building, although it really is an asset to the property. 2. He'll be a great asset to the team. 3. Knowledge of languages is a real asset in this sort of work. start learning
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kapitał / wartościowa rzecz lub osoba Moglibyśmy sprzedać parking z tyłu budynku, choć z drugiej strony jest on dużym atutem tej nieruchomości.
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1. I can easily account for the difference in calculations. 2. Last Wednesday I had to account for errors in a report. 3. I hope you can account for the time you were out! start learning
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1. Mogę łatwo wyjaśnić różnicę w rachunkach. 2. W zeszłą środę musiałam wytłumaczyć się z błędów w raporcie.
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To seem reasonable or likely 1. Everything adds up, right? 2. There’s something about this case that just doesn’t add up. start learning
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2. Wszystko się zgadza, tak?
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To interest or attract someone 1. I think what appeals to me about his painting is his use of colour. 2. A vacation of sunbathing doesn’t appeal to me. start learning
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interesuje / przcyiąga / zaciekawia
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To criticize something or someone strongly, usually for moral reasons. 1. The film was condemned for its sexism. 2. The Opposition has condemned the government's proposed tax increases. start learning
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Impossible to persuade, or unwilling to change an opinion or decision. 1. I've told her she should stay at home and rest but she's adamant that she's coming. 2. She was adamant about becoming a dancer. start learning
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1. You should do what you intrinsically know is right. 2. The college and the community are intrinsically linked. start learning
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nierozerwalnie / wewnętrznie
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1. The soldiers laid siege to (= started a siege of) the city. 2. The castle was under siege for months. start learning
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A way of thinking about something, especially expressed in a publicly stated opinion. 1. The doctor's stance on the issue of abortion is well known 2. The governor’s stance on the issue of tax cuts is well known. start learning
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to press charges against sb The police asked him if he wanted to press charges. start learning
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wnieść oskarżenie przeciwko komuś
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Past form of seek 1. The mathematics of physics should be explored, but new mathematical, statistical, and qualitative methodologies should also be sought. start learning
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The rebels invaded and the residents were forced to flee their town. start learning
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Rebelianci zaatakowali i mieszkańcy byli zmuszeni uciekać ze swojego miasta.
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Last year alone the company made a million dollars start learning
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I know there's one story in particular that stuck with you that you want to share with us start learning
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did you know what you're getting into start learning
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Czy wiedziałeś, w co się pakujesz?
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One side of his face had swollen up where he’d been stung. start learning
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A thin, narrow piece of wood, plastic, or metal used to make floors, furniture, window coverings, etc.: 1. The base of the bed was made of slats. start learning
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in every part, or during the whole period of time: 1. People throughout the country are out of work. 2. She's been leading throughout the race, but it now looks as if she's tiring. 3. The school has been repainted throughout. start learning
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1. Professor Logan will be on sabbatical this term. 2. Gray is on sabbatical as he finishes his d start learning
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time away from work given to college or university teachers, esp. to study, write, or travel:
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In 2009 Carlsberg was among the largest brewery groups in the world, employing around 45,000 people. start learning
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a company that makes beer or a place where beer is made
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throw a wrench into a plan 1. We were going to renew our lease, but the landlord threw a wrench into the works by increasing the rent. start learning
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to do something that prevents a plan or activity from succeeding
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1. It is hoped that a compromise will be reached in today's talks 2. The government has said that there will be no compromise with terrorists start learning
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an agreement in an argument in which the people involved reduce their demands or change their opinion in order to agree:
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1. I'm sorry, you've called at an inopportune moment. 2. Difficulties seem to crop up at the most inopportune time start learning
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happening or done at a time that is not suitable or convenient
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1. The community has dwindled to a tenth of its former size in the last two years 2. Her hopes of success in the race dwindled last night as the weather became worse. start learning
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to become smaller in size or amount, or fewer in number
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relating directly to the subject being considered; relevant
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i'm blanking / I draw a blank 1. He drew a blank when I asked him about the prom. 2. He asked me for my phone number and I drew a blank - I just couldn't remember it. start learning
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to fail to remember something completely
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to have a crush / crash on somebody 1. A guy in my class that I’m crushing on 2. He has a crush on his third grade teacher. start learning
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to have a feeling of romantic love for someone, especially someone you do not know well
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It's the period from October to March when people desire to be “cuffed up” with someone. “Cuffing season is when people start to want to be tied down in a serious relationship,”
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hit it off (with someone) 1. We had similar ideas about the show, and the two of us hit it off right away. start learning
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to be friendly with each other immediately:
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the conversation went dry / the conversation is bland start learning
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rozmowa wyschła / rozmowa jest nijaka
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we can't praise Chris enough, he did a brilliant job
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Please send your payment promptly. start learning
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Proszę o niezwłoczne uregulowanie rachunku.
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The report was endorsed by the college. They paid $2 million to the world champion to endorse their new aftershave. We’re not endorsing tax increases. start learning
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It's difficult to wean addicts off cocaine once they're hooked. We need to wean people off the extreme amounts of fat and sugar. start learning
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odzwyczaić kogoś od czegoś
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people with a lot of power and influence
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He's really stingy and never buys anyone a drink when we go out. The landlords are so stingy - they refused to pay for new carpets. start learning
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She feels obligated to be nice to Jack because he's her boss. I feel obliged to tell you about this. start learning
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I always thought Chris and Monique were mismatched, so I wasn't surprised when they got divorced. start learning
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Her knowledge is still only rudimentary. start learning
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comprehension / understanding The ability to understand completely and be familiar with a situation, facts, etc.: He has no comprehension of the size of the problem. How she manages to fit so much into a working day is beyond my comprehension start learning
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The earth revolves around the sun. The conversation revolved around childcare problems. His whole life revolves around football. start learning
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I suppose it's because I live in a city that I have this yearning for open spaces. start learning
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Affecting everyone or everything within an organization, system, or society. The proposed across-the-board cuts for all state agencies will total $84 million. start learning
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These men shouldn't be at large, they killed two people. The escaped prisoners are still at large. start learning
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For the sake of our children we didn't divorced start learning
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W trosce o nasze dzieci nie rozwiedliśmy się
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In the long run people who don't buy everything on credit will be in a better situation. start learning
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It would be advisable to meet face to face (in person) with him. start learning
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The airplane have drawn a lot of attention start learning
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Past from to light. He lit the candle start learning
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When you take money out of a bank account. Doctors demanded the withdrawal of the drug from the market. Her sudden withdrawal from the championship caused a lot of press speculation about her health. start learning
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The central part of a city where people live and where there are often problems because people are poor and there are few jobs and bad houses: start learning
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cela śmierci (w której skazaniec oczekuje na egzekucję)
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Where can I get hold of some stamps? start learning
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How can I get ahold of Chris? start learning
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To become involved with or take part in something with other people. He had been an avid biker 20 years previously but had since stopped partaking in the sport. start learning
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don't take my word for it I think she will be coming back around 3, but don't take my word for it. start learning
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Continuously since that time. He's been depressed ever since he got divorced. I have taught school ever since my children were little. start learning
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He won the race thanks to a deception. It wasn't really magic - just some kind of clever visual deception. start learning
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Wygrał wyścig dzięki oszustwu.
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The company deceived customers by selling old computers as new ones. The sound of the door closing deceived me into thinking they had gone out. start learning
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Luke charmed old ladies into giving him their money because he was a con man. start learning
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Luke oczarował starsze panie i przekonał je do dania mu swoich pieniędzy, ponieważ był oszustem.
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The crux of the country's economic problems is its foreign debt. start learning
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Terrorists have been operating covertly in England. start learning
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Drug smugglers often conceal drugs inside normal household objects. The listening device was concealed in a pen. Is there something you're concealing from me? start learning
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Przemytnicy często ukrywają narkotyki w zwykłych przedmiotach gospodarstwa domowego.
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She is by far the best student in the class. start learning
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Jest zdecydowanie najlepszą uczennicą w klasie.
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He's been accused of robbery/murder. Are you accusing me of lying? start learning
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To find faults in details that are not important. You're always nitpicking - it's so annoying! We move from a matter of principle to nitpicking over the wording. start learning
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Causing, involving, or likely to cause disagreement and argument. She has some very contentious views on education. start learning
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To reach the usual or necessary standard. The food didn't come up to my expectations. The essay didn't come up to his usual standard. start learning
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In hindsight, it would have been better to wait. With hindsight, all these efforts were of little avail. start learning
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I'm sorry but I'm too busy - I'm in the midst of writing a report. The country is in the midst of an economic crisis. start learning
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Extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain. She claimed that the way she had been treated at work had caused her extreme emotional and psychological distress. start learning
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To pretend to have a particular feeling, problem, etc. You know how everyone feigns surprise when you tell them how old you are. She responded to his remarks with feigned amusement. start learning
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The things that you do to make your appearance clean and neat, for example brushing your hair, or the things that you do to keep an animal's hair or fur clean and neat. In general, women spend much longer on personal grooming than men. start learning
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See our current vacancies and submit your online application. start learning
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Sprawdź nasze wakaty i złóż online podanie o pracę.
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That car wreck spooked me badly. start learning
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a typical characteristic or feature of a person or thing: Simplicity is a hallmark of this design. This explosion bears/has all the hallmarks of a terrorist attack. start learning
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The ability, especially of a medicine or a method of achieving something, to produce the intended result: They recently ran a series of tests to measure the efficacy of the drug. start learning
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We have to get the roof fixed before the onset of winter... The new treatment can delay the onset of the disease by several years. start learning
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I got a strange sensation after putting the ointment on my skin. I had no sensation of pain whatsoever. start learning
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Doznałem dziwnego odczucia po posmarowaniu skóry maścią.
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used after a negative phrase to add emphasis to the idea that is being expressed: He has no respect for authority whatsoever. I can honestly say that I have no interest whatsoever in the royal family. start learning
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The upside of this whole terrible situation has been that the family is now being kinder to each other. start learning
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pozytywna strona czegoś negatywnego Pozytywną stroną tej okropnej sytuacji jest to, że teraz członkowie rodziny są dla siebie milsi.
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a feeling or idea that is suggested by a particular word although it need not be a part of the word's meaning, or something suggested by an object or situation. start learning
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In some ways or aspects. In some respects, I'd love to take this job, but I'm not thrilled at the prospect of relocating. start learning
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The children are not unintelligent–in fact, they seem quite normal in this respect. In many respects, vegetarians are healthier than omnivores. start learning
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The new ramp will facilitate the entry of wheelchairs. An expert negotiator was brought in to facilitate the discussion. start learning
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To avoid something by going around it. We took the road that bypasses the town. Regulators worry that controls could easily be bypassed. start learning
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: from this time forward. From here on out, I'm making all the decisions. start learning
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a wise saying or proverb: He remembered the old adage, "Look before you leap." start learning
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1. Apartments that are both comfortable and reasonably priced are few and far between. 2. Sunny, warm weekends have been few and far between this summer. start learning
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1. I was a little taken aback at the directness of the question. 2. The news really took us aback. start learning
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the act of helping a person or organization that is in difficulty, usually by giving or giving or lending money. 1. Three years of huge losses forced the bank to seek a government bailout. start learning
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to be enough: 1. I'm taking $400 - I think that should suffice. 2. The problems were of global importance, and only an international effort would suffice to deal with them. start learning
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By force of habit I always hung the house keys on a hook next to the front door. start learning
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the remainings (financial) start learning
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Snakes shed their skin every now and then. start learning
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flaky skin, skin flakes off, paint flakes off after flood start learning
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1. to have more money than you had in the past. Obviously we're better off now that we're both working. 2. to be in a better situation, if or after something happens: I know you’re unhappy that the relationship ended, but you’re better off without him. start learning
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to pencil something in (business) start learning
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She really touted the benefits of meditation. start learning
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We got one's wires crossed somehow. There was some miscommunication, start learning
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Could you explain to me that in layperson’s terms? start learning
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When you have kids it's difficult to not get testy. start learning
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I'm gonna be straight with you. Be straight with him and tell him the truth start learning
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He tripped me when we were playing football and I broke my arm. start learning
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worried or nervous and not able to relax: Don't get uptight about the exam - just do your best. start learning
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Im merely one guy, i cant solve this problem alone. I'm not hurt, it's merely a bruise. start learning
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Anticipated all the problems/ prepared for anything that can go wrong. I think I’ve covered all the bases – I called everyone, ordered the food, and bought some decorations. start learning
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Zabezpieczyć się/Przewidzieć problemy
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Said to encourage someone to hurry. start learning
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The inspector had a hunch that the murderer is in the room. I had a hunch that you'd be here. Sometimes you have to be prepared to act on/follow a hunch. start learning
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Inspektor miał przeczucie, że morderca jest w pokoju.
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To add something to what you have said or written at a later time: Tag on a couple of paragraphs about recent events. start learning
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You won't have any problems with the entrance test - it's an absolute breeze. start learning
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This issue is raising my concerns about the product stability. start learning
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to have to do a lot of things that seem difficult or unnecessary in order to achieve something. We had to jump through hoops to get my Dad admitted to hospital. start learning
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to avoid something that you dislike, fear, or do not feel confident about: I've never shied away from hard work. He never shied away from a fight, no matter how powerful the foe. start learning
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The FBI provided technical expertise and general oversight to the investigation. They claimed it was simply (an) oversight. start learning
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To complete or finish something. It’s getting late – let’s wrap it up. She wrapped up a deal just before she left on vacation. He wrapped up this task. start learning
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Specially made for a particular person. Bespoke leather shoes cost an average 1,000 pounds a pair. start learning
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To calculate an amount, especially by using a measuring device. Use a thermometer to gauge the temperature. I tried to gauge (= guess) the weight of the box. start learning
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to be greater or more important than something else. The benefits of this treatment far outweigh any risks. start learning
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covering a wide area: Toys and books were scattered about/around the room. My family is scattered all over the world. start learning
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to come close together in a group, for example because it is cold: It was so cold that we huddled together for warmth. To discuss something privately in a small group. After huddling with advisors, the president gave a speech. start learning
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extremely busy: Business has been hectic recently. a hectic day/week/month/schedule She wants to get away from the hectic pace of New York. start learning
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to increase the amount or size of something: The distributors will probably bump up the price of the software when the next version is released. start learning
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a joke that is rude and offensive start learning
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a corny joke (daddy joke) a joke that is very unoriginal and therefore not funny start learning
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in a way that makes it seem less important, serious, bad than it really is or the act of making such statements: "It didn't go well? " "That's the understatement of the year. It was a disaster." start learning
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humour that is presented in a clever way without showing emotion start learning
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The culprit was identified as a microorganism that contaminated mayonnaise. start learning
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She had the gall to ask for a raise after coming in late to work every day. Where do you get a gall? - rhetorical question to express disbelief of someone's behavior. start learning
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I need to have my hair cut soon. We are having the kitchen painted. I had my car washed last weekend. We had the kitchen dried out. start learning
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go to the trouble to do something To make an effort to do something. If the police had gone to the trouble of looking up his record, they would not have released him. She went to the trouble preparing so much food for us. start learning
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zadać sobie trud, aby coś zrobić
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It was a welcome relief to start a new project. I was sick of the legacy code in my old project. start learning
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be glad to see the back of sth/sb to be pleased when someone leaves or something ends because you did not like them. She can be good fun but she’s so sharp-tongued that I have to say I’ll be glad to see the back of her. start learning
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cieszyć się, że ktoś odszedł albo coś się skończyło
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To criticize someone. I went out for a meal with them last night and he really had a go at her for being late. You seem determined to have a go at her for no good reason. They're always having a go at the kids for not doing enough homework. start learning
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get out of someone's hair To stop being a nuisance to someone. Would you like me to get out of your hair and leave you alone? start learning
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Since we've got a few minutes to wait for the train, let's have a cup of coffee. Since you ask, I'll say yes. Since he didn't study, he didn't pass the exam. start learning
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skoro, ponieważ (ponieważ, jako)
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Continuously since that time. He's been depressed ever since he got divorced. We met at a party in 2005 and we've been together ever since. Ever since I fell off the ladder, my back aches. start learning
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I really enjoyed the latest exhibit. start learning
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Naprawdę podobała mi się ostatnia wystawa.
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to make something possible or easier: The new ramp will facilitate the entry of wheelchairs. The current structure does not facilitate efficient work flow. start learning
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to use something that you already have in order to achieve something new or better: We can gain a market advantage by leveraging our network of partners. start learning
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I was going to go bungee jumping, but I chickened out. start learning
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He'll cause trouble - you mark my words! start learning
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If you're driving and you feel dizzy, make sure you pull over and take a rest. start learning
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Jeśli prowadzisz i zakręci ci się w głowie, koniecznie zatrzymaj się na poboczu i odpocznij.
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I'm sorry, my mind was wandering. What did you say? start learning
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to make something stronger or more important. The MVP looks good, but we need to beef it up with some additional features before we release it to the market. The company has invested a million to beef up its video news capabilities. start learning
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Morally correct. He was regarded as a righteous and holy man."It's not only morally righteous, it's good business," he said. start learning
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jednokierunkowa relacja, nieodwzajemniona. After years of conversations that felt like one-way streets, HR Manager Clark decid- ed he needed to beef up his listening skills. start learning
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Do you promise to put the money to good use? How do you put it to use in daily practice? start learning
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dobrze wykorzystać coś, dobrze coś spożytkować
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That’ll help us identify the problem that need to be addressed in the first place. start learning
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in total: That'll be $52.50 altogether, please. completly: She wrote less and less often, and eventually she stopped altogether. She wrote less and less often, and eventually she stopped altogether. start learning
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a few days ago, recently: Didn't I see you in the post office the other day? I saw her in town the other day. start learning
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be like talking to a brick wall I've tried to discuss my feelings with her, but it's like talking to a brick wall. start learning
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I sure didn't get ace the exam, but I think I got quite a few right. You'll save yourself a bunch of work if you just get it right the first time. Is the meeting at 4:00? Did I get that right? start learning
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extremely small. a minute fraction of an inch. I really understand how you feel, but Damian has a habit of complaining about the minutest of details. start learning
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to make an agreement official We were about to close/seal the deal when we realized that there was a mistake in the contract. start learning
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zawrzeć umowę, ubić interes
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a jarring sight, sound, or experience is so different or unexpected that it has a strong and unpleasant effect on something or someone: a jarring cry/chord jarring colours a jarring experience start learning
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sketchy adjective (NOT SAFE) US informal not completely safe or not completely honest: a sketchy guy They lived in a sketchy neighborhood. start learning
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szkicowy przymiotnik (NIE BEZPIECZNY) US nieformalny
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miss someone/something out to fail to include someone or something that should be included: You've missed out your address on the form. Oh, I'm sorry, Tina, I've missed you out. What would you like to drink? start learning
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pominąć kogoś/przegapić kogoś
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The offer that came along last month is not that attractive. We're going to the cinema. Do you want to come along? start learning
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pojawiać się/zbliżać się/dołączyć Oferta, która pojawiła się w zeszłym miesiącu, nie jest taka atrakcyjna.
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It means "how is it going?" and you ask it when you intend to know how is something progressing. How is the Apple Music bug fix coming along? start learning
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to discuss all the details of something, often before making a decision: It is very important to try and talk all the issues through so that they can be dealt with in an appropriate manner. start learning
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to explain an idea, a plan, etc. to someone so that they understand it: Can you talk me through the proposal? start learning
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to have a quick look: Let's take a gander at your new car, then. I was walking by the new restaurant on Green Street so I thought I'd take a gander at the menu. Can you take a quick gander to see if it’s fine to publish as it stands today? start learning
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used to agree to do something that someone has asked you to do: "Can you ask them to come in tomorrow afternoon?" "Will do." "Right, I want a list of their names, and you'd better cross-check them with the address book and diary. OK?" "Will do." start learning
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to use or spend time, effort, or money: You expend so much effort for so little return. Governments expend a lot of resources on war. start learning
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to be unable to decide about something: I was in two minds whether or not to come this morning. I'm in two minds about (hiring) him: he seems well-qualified, but he doesn't have much experience. start learning
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What was the first thing that crossed your mind when you won the prize? It never crossed my mind (= I never thought) that she might be married. start learning
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przeszło ci to przez myśl
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in my opinion: The room has pink walls and a green carpet, which to my mind looks all wrong. This story is, to my mind, a masterpiece. start learning
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bored, annoyed, or disappointed, especially by something that you have experienced for too long: I'm fed up with my job. He got fed up with all the travelling he had to do. start learning
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spoken used to say you are tired or angry about a situation and want it to stop. When I got home I just sat down and cried. I’d had enough. I’ve just about had enough of your stupid remarks. By Saturday, both parties appeared to have had enough. start learning
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to be completely different from something: This flat is a far cry from the house they had before. The movie is a far cry from the book. start learning
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You shouldn't just snack - try to have at least one square meal every day. start learning
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pełnowartościowy/pełny posiłek
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The meat is delicious. It's done to a turn. start learning
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He has no table manners - he eats like a pig. start learning
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She's quite thin, even though she eats like a horse. start learning
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My grandmother's tiny, and she eats like a bird. start learning
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burn the midnight oil – ślęczeć po nocach, pracować do późna Try not to burn the midnight oil the night before an exam. It's best to get an early night. start learning
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palić olej o północy - ślęczeć po nocach, pracować do późna
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postpone making a decision until after a night's sleep. Don't decide now - sleep on it and see how you feel in the morning. start learning
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fell asleep very qu ickly. The little boy went out like a light as soon as he went to bed. start learning
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Not worry about. It was just a silly argument - I wouldn't lose any sleep over it. start learning
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start learning
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start learning
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to avoid or not do something: We usually go to France in the summer, but we've decided to give it a miss this year. The restaurant's very good for fish, but I'd give their vegetarian options a miss. start learning
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I deeply apologize for what happened, I suggest dessert on the house as a compensation. start learning
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Ogromnie mi przykro z powodu tego, co zaszło, w ramach rekompensaty proponuję deser na koszt firmy.
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something that is not serious or of real value that is used to attract people's attention or interest temporarily, especially to make them buy something: They give away free gifts with children's meals as a sales/marketing gimmick. start learning
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The dinner was not tasty, to say the least. start learning
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Police sifting through the evidence. I sifted through the job offers and I didn't find anything interesting. start learning
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(a process) drags on = takes way longer than it should start learning
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as likely to be bad as to be good, esp. because of not being planned or organized well: The service you get in these big stores can be hit-or-miss, depending on the salesperson you talk to. start learning
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I don't feel like going out today. I feel like pizza tonight. Do you feel like another drink? start learning
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Mam ochotę na pizzę dziś wieczorem. Czy masz ochotę na kolejnego drinka?
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Do you fancy going out tonight? Do you fancy a cup of coffee? start learning
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Masz ochotę gdzieś wyjść dzisiaj wieczorem?
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search high and low for sth I have been searching high and low for a way to retrieve a user's purchase currency and price through server API calls but as far as I can tell this is not possible start learning
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